Research to Practice Briefs

​This brief examines the implementation and evaluation of Parenting Inside Out (PIO-90), an evidence-based program introduced in four Wisconsin prisons through a partnership between the Wisconsin Child Abuse and Neglect Prevention Board (CANPB), UW-Madison researchers, and the Wisconsin Department of Corrections (WI DOC). The program uses cognitive-behavioral strategies to strengthen parenting skills, enhance parent-child relationships, and promote positive communication and discipline.​

​​Positive Childhood Experiences (PCEs) are experiences in childhood that build a child's sense of belongingness and connection. Although the research on PCEs is still in early stages, the findings are very promising and warrant intentional efforts designed to disseminate understanding of the role of PCEs as well as specific efforts to support the actual development of PCEs among children and youth.​

​This brief represents the strategies and frameworks the Wisconsin Child Abuse and Neglect Prevention Board uses to guide its work, support programming and system changes.Programs help children and families individually. However, the entire community benefits when systems take a family strengthening approach and address the root causes of family adversities, rather than just the symptoms.​​

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